Practicum I

Catalog description

In this semester-long course teacher candidates will become familiar with the middle school environment, working with students and parents, and collaborating with other professionals in the learning community. Teacher candidates will work in 6 th -8 th grade classroom assisting the cooperating teacher and students with instructional procedures and routines. In collaboration with their cooperating teachers, university supervisors, and course professors, teacher candidates will design and implement instructional projects that unite theory and practice. Teacher candidates will also attend regularly scheduled seminars on related topics throughout the semester. This course is aligned with state and national standards. The use of technology is required.